Luka Doncic’s rivalry with Rudy Gobert reached a new level during the 2024 NBA Playoffs when the Mavericks faced the Timberwolves. The roots of this conflict extend far beyond the hardwood of the NBA. Dončić’s systematic targeting of Gobert, particularly in pick-and-roll situations, was not only a basketball strategy. It was also a response to their past encounters on the … [Read more...] about Why Was Luka Doncic Targeting Rudy Gobert?
Former NBA Exec Lists Most Underrated Moves of Free Agency
As the NBA offseason slowly winds down, several impactful yet underrated moves have flown under the radar. While the Philadelphia 76ers’ acquisition of Paul George was a major headliner, other strategic moves deserve attention for their potential long-term benefits. To be clear, this article will not praise the OKC Thunder’s acquisition of Isaiah Hartenstein and Alex Caruso … [Read more...] about Former NBA Exec Lists Most Underrated Moves of Free Agency
ESPN Predicts NBA Finalists And Finals Winner For 2024-25
ESPN has their Summer Forecast panel that makes predictions and answers questions about the upcoming NBA season. In an article posted on Friday, they were asked for their choices as to who will be the representatives in the Eastern and Western Conferences to reach the NBA Finals, as well as who will win it all. Each ‘expert’ gave their top-three choices with a first-place vote … [Read more...] about ESPN Predicts NBA Finalists And Finals Winner For 2024-25
ESPN Predicts NBA Western Conference Standings For 2024-25
ESPN has their Summer Forecast panel that makes predictions and answers questions about the upcoming NBA season. In an article posted on Thursday, they were asked for their projected Western Conference standings for the 2024-25 season. Each ‘expert’ gave their predictions on the win-loss records of each team in the West. Those records were averaged out, and a projected final … [Read more...] about ESPN Predicts NBA Western Conference Standings For 2024-25
This Denver Nuggets Trade Recreates Some Olympic Magic While Contending
The NBA is a constantly evolving ecosystem. A team that seems untouchable one year can become vulnerable the next. Why? There’s so much talent in the league. How? Getting fleeced in a trade or losing players in free agency. The Nuggets have lost key contributors in back-to-back offseasons and find themselves needing veterans to keep competing. This trade will allow the Nuggets … [Read more...] about This Denver Nuggets Trade Recreates Some Olympic Magic While Contending